Michael "Mike" L. Gibson, 81, of Mansfield, Ohio went to be with the Lord, the morning of June 4, 2024. Born on March 23, 1943 as the son of Woodrow W. Gibson and Rosalie A. (Haas) Gibson in Mansfield, Ohio.
He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Graduating from Mansfield Senior High School in 1961, he began working for the Mansfield News Journal where he met his wife, Barbara. The two married on February 16, 1962 in Mansfield, Ohio.
Mike worked for Keebler for many years before retiring, gaining the nickname "Cookieman". He cherished and enjoyed spending time with family and friends and would never hesitate to lend a helping hand. His passions included fishing at Lake Erie, hunting and turkey shoots, coin collecting, attending his monthly card party with friends and supporting his favorite Ohio sports teams. Mike was involved in his church, First Christian of Mansfield, and held his faith and relationship with the Lord close to him. As a member of the Mid-Ohio Walleye Club, he assisted in organizing the Friendly House Kid's Fishing Day, allowing children to experience his passion for fishing. Mike was also a member of Lorain County Coon Hunters Club and AMVETS of Mansfield.
Mike is survived by his two children, Michael A. Gibson and Christy Belcher; three grandchildren, April Vasquez, Christopher Gibson and Brinnley Belcher; three great-grandchildren, Dillion Vasquez, Tanni Vasquez, Norberto Vasquez; two great-great-grandchildren, Jaycee and Lilly; sister, Sarah "Ann" Roepke and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara (Au) Gibson; his parents, Woodrow and Rosalie (Haas) Gibson and sisters, Wanda "Jean" Vogus and Betty Gibson.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at First Christian Church, 200 W. 3rd St., Mansfield officiated by Rev. Gregory Bibler on June 29, 2024 at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Mansfield Friendly House, 380 N Mulberry St, Mansfield, OH 44903, or First Christian Church, 200 W 3rd St, Mansfield, OH 44902. We ask that you please include “In memory of Mike Gibson” to any memorial contributions.
Advantage Funeral and Cremation Services by Wappner is honored to serve the Gibson family.
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